The Patriots managed a meager 24 sacks last season, a year after being among the league’s best defenses. With this year’s depth, that dominance could return.
2021
House panel seeks records from social media companies in Jan. 6 riot probe
The committee is looking for records related to 2020 election misinformation, foreign influence in the election, efforts to stop the election certification and ‘domestic violent extremists’ associated with efforts to overturn the 2020 election.
Windham man killed by car in Hannaford parking lot in Falmouth
A driver maneuvering through the parking lot hit 75-year-old Philip Stevens.
Florida children wonder what the big deal is about mask-wearing
The American Academy of Pediatrics supports universal masking for everyone, vaccinated and unvaccinated, in schools.
Pulitzer Prize Board grants special citation to Afghan journalists
The citation comes with a $100,000 emergency relief grant intended to help men and women involved in journalism in Afghanistan either resettle or to continue their work safely.
Maine Capitol Police replace former chief investigated for social media posts
The new Capitol Police chief takes over for Russell Gauvin, who was investigated for social media posts questioning the outcome of the presidential election and COVID-19 mask mandates.
Judge blocks Florida governor’s order banning mask mandates
Leon County Circuit Judge John C. Cooper agrees with a group of parents who claimed in a lawsuit that Gov. Ron DeSantis’ order is unconstitutional and cannot be enforced.
Week In Photos Aug. 20-27, 2021
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from the past week.
Maine State Music Theatre to stage presentation of ‘Jersey Boys’
While Maine State Music Theatre has made the decision to end its season early, the group will produce “Jersey Boys” from Wednesday, Sept. 1, through Sunday, Sept. 19, at the Westbrook Performing Arts Center. “Jersey Boys” is the exhilarating journey behind the music of mega-stars Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons and follows the incredible […]
Agencies that care for vulnerable and older Mainers seek delay in vaccination mandate
Representatives from groups providing home health and other services sent a letter Thursday to Gov. Mills asking for a 45-day extension of the Oct. 1 deadline.